Zuni Caf Scones My Version
Indulge in bakery-level perfection with "Zuni Caf Scones My Version," a delightfully tender and buttery scone recipe enhanced with fresh orange zest and optional dried currants for a fruity twist. These golden beauties boast a flaky texture, thanks to cold cubed butter and a gentle mixing technique, while a sprinkle of raw sugar creates an irresistible caramelized crust. With just 15 minutes of prep and a short bake time, these scones are perfect for elevating your breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea. Serve them warm or at room temperature, and pair with clotted cream, jam, or a steaming cup of coffee for an unforgettable treat.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.3333333333333333 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 0.6666666666666666 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon fresh orange zest
- 0.5 cup dried currants (optional)
- 2 tablespoons raw sugar for topping
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream for brushing
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and kosher salt.
Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in the orange zest and dried currants (if using).
Create a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the heavy cream. Gently fold the cream into the dry ingredients just until a rough dough forms. Be mindful not to overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a circle about 1 inch thick. Use a sharp knife or bench scraper to divide the circle into 8 equal wedges.
Transfer the wedges to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Brush the tops of the scones with heavy cream and sprinkle generously with raw sugar for a golden crust.
Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown on top and set.
Remove from the oven and allow the scones to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2922 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 162.8 g | 209% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.9 g | 500% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 452 mg | 151% | |
| Sodium | 1730 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 335.2 g | 122% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 138.3 g | ||
| Protein | 28.7 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 131 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 827 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
